Welcome to Saint Cecilia Catholic Church
My Dear Parishioners,
As we enter into the second week of Advent we enter into a period of Hope as the church looks forward to Christmas. I would like to share with you all this story of hope that one of our Irish parishioners told me. During a time in Ireland's history when the mass was forbidden, known as the Penal Times, the people would gather secretly in hidden areas far out in the country. There they would gather around the ancient standing stones left from pre-Christian times. These stones were blessed and used by the priests as an altar for Mass. They became known as Mass rocks and to this day in Ireland, you can visit these sites now preserved for history.
Today again in these pandemic times we are restricted again from having the mass indoors. But we continue on and in the same spirit of the Mass Rocks, we will continue to gather as a community and celebrate Mass.
We will have Mass live-streamed online every day at 9:00 AM and on Sunday at 9:30 AM. We will have our version of the Mass Rocks as we gather in the schoolyard for mass outdoor at 11:30 AM.
We will intensify our prayers to the Lord for all our parents, families, and teachers as they go to heroic lengths every day. We do so as a community of Hope knowing that no matter what in Penal Times of Pandemic times, we will have the Mass. If we have to gather online, we will do so. If we need to gather in the yard, we will do so. Nothing will deter us as we persevere together as a community of Love, Faith, and Hope.
Please stay safe and healthy. May the Lord continue to shower us with His blessings.
Most Sincerely,
Fr. Rene PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish Office continues to be closed, due to new, more stringent work regulations prescribed by the City and County of San Francisco. For more information, please see the Parish website. PARISH / MASS SCHEDULE UPDATE AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2020
RESOURCES The priests and staff of St. Cecilia continue to pray for the health and safety of our parishioners and their families. While we are gradually resuming parish activities, the impact of COVID-19 on our global community remains an ongoing challenge. As we go about the daily life of the parish as best we can, we wanted to update you on a few important matters and resources:
MASS SCHEDULE Temporary Mass schedule as of November 30, 2020: Weekday lives-streamed Mass is celebrated at 9:00 AM, Monday - Saturday. Sunday Masses are celebrated at 9:30 AM (live-streamed) and 11:30 AM (schoolyard).
CONFESSIONS BY APPOINTMENTPlease call our office if you would like to schedule a confession. You do not need to necessarily leave your name or any other identifying information but we do need a way to contact you in order to schedule a time for the appointment. At a minimum, please leave a phone number, and one of the priests will return your call. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate the current health crisis. REQUEST A MASS INTENTION PARISH FINANCES Recently the Archbishop convened a meeting with all pastors to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the parishes of the Archdiocese. Several parishes find themselves financially challenged and funds will be made available to assist them through these difficult times. I am happy to report to you that, through the generosity of parishioners and the careful stewardship of our finances, St. Cecilia Parish and School currently remain financially stable. We do understand that this pandemic event has had a major financial impact on many of our parishioners and we are grateful for anything that you can continue to give. ONLINE GIVING (stcecilia.com/83) is utilized by many parishioners and if you require assistance please feel free to reach out to the Rectory Office.
BUDDY PHONE CHAIN Do you live alone or are you in a circumstance that tends to isolate you? Think... Corona Virus isolation. If so, you may want to consider joining our "Buddy Phone Chain," a lively group of parishioners who regularly receive a reassuring phone call, and then make a call to a buddy in the phone chain. This a quick, non-intrusive way to feel safer and to check-in with someone you know. Your peace of mind costs nothing and only takes a few minutes each week. If interested, please call our "Buddy Phone Chain" coordinator, Diane Wienkauf at (650) 416-4741 or Fr. Paul at (415) 664-8481 to sign up or for more information. SPIRITUAL RESOURCES As a member of the Parish, you can avail yourself of www.formed.org. Our parish access code: RZDPQZ). This resource will provide you with access to thousands of movies, programs, and other materials that we believe will be of spiritual comfort and guidance during this time.
NEW BIBLE SHARING GROUP The Parish is offering a monthly Bible Sharing group. The group will meet on the first Wednesday evenings of the month at 7:30 PM and will be led by Terence Leung and Fr. Paul Arnoult. It will be a one-hour meeting via Zoom and/or phone call. Prior to each meeting, we will select a scripture passage from an upcoming Sunday liturgy. During the meeting, we will read the passage and share perspectives, insights, and feelings. Participants will be emailed a Zoom link and a dial-in phone number before each meeting. All parishioners are welcome to join. To register for this class or for more information, please contact Terence at terence.scp@gmail.com or call the Parish Office and leave a message for Fr. Paul. Pandemic Prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Pray for us, loving Mother, For those already afflicted, In this time of trial and testing, We come to you with confidence, Pope Francis: An Important Statement Regarding the Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession During COVID-19 Lockdown/Restriction
VATICAN CITY (CNS) March 20, 2020 - People who cannot get to confession because of the coronavirus lockdown or other serious reason can go to God directly, be specific about their sins, request pardon, and experience God's loving forgiveness, Pope said. "This is the right time, the opportune moment. An act of contrition done well, and our souls will become white like snow. Return to your father who is waiting for you," the pope said. "The God of tenderness will heal us; he will heal us of the many, many wounds of life and the many ugly things we have done. God welcomes every repentant sinner with open arms, it's like going home, Lent is a special time to let God wash us, purify us, to let God embrace us. Yes, the best place for that is the confessional. But many people today would tell me, 'Father, where can I find a priest, a confessor, because I can't leave the house? And I want to make peace with the Lord, I want him to embrace me, I want the Father's embrace.' "the pope said his response would be, "Do what the Catechism (of the Catholic Church) says. It is very clear: if you cannot find a priest to confess to, then speak directly with God, your father, and tell him the truth. Say 'Lord, I did this, this, this. Forgive me' and ask for pardon with all your heart. Make and act of contrition, the pope said, and promise God, " 'I will go to confession afterward, but forgive me now' And immediately you return to a state of grace with God." |
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St. Cecilia's Church
2555 Seventeenth Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94116
Main Telephone: (415) 664-8481
Fax: (415) 661-2957
Email: stcecilia@stcecilia.com
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Parish Office Hours
Weekdays (Monday-Friday) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Parish Office is currently closed. To contact our Parish staff please see the parish website or leave a message with the office. Your inquiry will be returned as soon as possible.
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Temporary Mass Schedule
as of November 30, 2020:
Weekdays (Mon-Sat): 9:00 AM
Sunday: 9:30 AM
All Mass Schedule mentioned above are Livestreamed at stcecilia.com
Sunday: 11:30 AM (schoolyard) weather permitting
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Thanks to the Knight of St. Cecilia, the Church is open for prayer and visitation Monday - Saturday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Confessions
Please call (415) 664-8481
to make an appointment
with one of the priests to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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